11 Babymoon Destinations You'll Leave Feeling Relaxed AF

Getting ready for a baby's arrival is the definition of stress. Between registries, nursery colors, and figuring out which diaper subscription service you want (yes, that's a thing), it's not out of the norm to feel totally overwhelmed. Which is why more and more couples are sneaking away to relax before that looming due date. Unwind at any of these stateside locations and head back home feeling rejuvenated and ready to get back to business.

Tucked just 10 miles away from downtown Portland, this luxury inn has one of the cutest Babymoon Getaway packages. Not only do you get the usual — two-night stay, daily breakfast — but it also includes afternoon tea and homemade pastries (because that's so charming), late-night treats, a specialty onesie, and a five-course dinner designed with the nutritional needs of your little one in mind (the menu even explains why each ingredient is key for baby's development). Plus, the resort itself keeps televisions out of the rooms, so you two can actually unwind and reconnect before life gets even crazier.

Rather than rely on your hubs to fill a tub for you (which, LBH, will probably have room-temp water), let your personal bath butler take care of it while the two of you enjoy dinner at The Mirbeau Dining Room on this French-inspired chateau property in the Finger Lakes region of Central New York. Before you head out, you'll get to choose from an array of ultra-hydrating body care products, which your butler will use to draw a private bath in your deep-soaker tub. You'll also have chilled face towels to keep cool and refreshed, along with muscle-relaxing Epsom bath salts to take home.

For a classic, quintessential babymoon, a stay in Martha's Vineyard — at a historic hotel that's been considered a local icon since 1891— is a pretty perfect choice. Opt in to their Vineyard Babymoon Package and, along with your accommodations, you'll receive breakfast for two at the Lighthouse Grill, a 60-minute prenatal in-room massage (meaning you only have to walk steps from your bed), a 30-minute maternity photo shoot, a stuffed teddy bear for your impending arrival, and a "Little Lighthouse Keeper" onesie you can slip them into whenever you need a reminder of wistful days gone by.

Private beach: Check. Forbes Five-Star Spa: Check. Lots and lots of Southern charm: Check and check. This manor-style lodge has the big must-haves on any babymoon getaway checklist, and when you ask for their babymoon itinerary you'll also get a "before the baby" photo session, a couples massage (including the Mama Mia pregnancy massage for mom), and a pedicure for each of you. If spa treatments aren't really his thing, he can check out any one of the three championship golf courses while your private butler draws a rose-petal bath just how you like it.

Step away from the nursery painting and into the heart of mountain village for a breath of mind-clearing fresh air. When you're not enjoying the scenery — the resort is surrounded on three sides by the 14,000-foot peaks of the San Juan Mountains — you and your partner can enjoy a romantic dinner at M Club, followed by a sweet treat at the on-site Dylan's Candy Bar (ice cream included!). Then there's always the Mountain Mama massage, a treatment that's tailored for moms-to-be and uses the spa's exclusive herb-infused prenatal body oil, and time for plenty of lounging at the Sky Terrace, a year-round pool deck that includes two hot tubs, fire pits, and to-die-for mountain views.

Taking a vacation is nice, sure, but when you've got a little bundle arriving ASAP, it doesn't hurt to build in a few activities that help you prepare for this new way of life. At Miraval Resort & Spa, not only will you get to enjoy couples spa treatments and explore the surrounding scenery, but you can also sign up for their wellness programming geared toward couples who want to deepen their relationship and prep for parenthood. In the Mindful Relationships workshop, you'll work with your partner to improve your communications skills and prioritize important couple-y things like date nights and romantic getaways in the midst of a hectic schedule. And in Mindful Parenting, you'll learn techniques that help you be more accepting of your partner when they put the diaper on a different way than you do, along with tools that help you stay present (rather than somewhat comatose) while your kiddo grows.

With over 3,300 acres of property, 40-plus miles of paved bike trails, 4 golf courses, and a to-die-for spa and wellness center, there's no way you'll leave this place feeling anything but blissed out. Another bonus: its location. At roughly 4,000 feet elevation, you'll experience mild, comfortable weather year-round, not to mention dry heat — making the little-to-no humidity a God-send for pregnant women. When you book the Babymoon Package, you'll find a baby-themed amenity in your room (think Honest baby care kits, a Sunriver burping towel, spa products, and locally-made chocolate and sea salt snacks), a $50 resort credit to use how you'd like (though most use it on the Sage Springs Spa Maternity Massage) and breakfast for two will be arranged either at Carsons American Kitchen or right in your own bed. After all, why get up if you don't have to?

You don't have to sacrifice a luxurious stay just because you prefer to relax in a boutique hotel. At least, not in Sausalito. Nestled just across the Golden Gate Bridge, with views of the San Francisco Bay (that you can enjoy from your private balcony), this coastal inn is the only Bay Area boutique and reserves a mere 31 rooms and suites to keep things private and homey. And because you need to get in as much relaxation as possible, ordering the Luxury Bath Kit is key. You'll get EO bath salts and a Voluspa candle, along with Pommery POP champagne (for him) and a soothing "Mother's Little Helper" blend from Davids Tea (for you). And since baths can get kinda boring after awhile, you'll also get local author Joyce Maynard's new book, along with local Munchies Candy saltwater taffy to satisfy those sugar cravings.

The mountain-studded Lake Tahoe region is gorgeous — giving you reason enough to make this your babymoon destination — but the Naturally Nurtured Massage offered at The Ritz-Carlton's spa is what really delivers. (They use oil with high omega fatty acids to help strengthen skin.) Make that the start of your getaway and you'll be totally zen for all the fun activities waiting: light hikes right from the backyard of the resort, complimentary s'mores roasting (the marshmologist creates different flavor profiles, like passion-fruit-flavored mallows, each evening), and an adult-only pool to soak in. And since you're in the area, if you're feeling up for it you can always take a 15-minute drive to Lake Tahoe itself, where there's a beach to relax on or water activities like kayaking available.

It's a bit of a trek for East Coasters, but those on the West Coast are a quick plane hop away from Hawaii — so why not indulge and relax on one of the prettiest islands? A stay at the Four Seasons may be a splurge, but it'll be worth it to experience #FSWayfinders, a weekly series of programs and workshops, taught by local artisans, that create alternative activities for couples. So rather than your usual beachside dinner (which you can still do, BTW), you can try your hand at haku lei making, sarong dying, or bamboo wood carving. (Maybe something for the baby's room?) And when you're done, there's always the adult-only pool to enjoy — perfect for sunset viewing — or enjoying a prenatal massage from the Naupaka Spa.

Oahu isn't the only Hawaiian island waiting for babymooners — Maui has equally as gorgeous views, and the Hyatt's spa, Kamaha'o, a Marilyn Monroe Spa, is the only beachfront option on the island. There you can get a 50-minute Maternity Massage while listening to the crashing waves; then move over to your private oceanfront cabana where a server will take your food and drink orders. Might as well let someone wait on you hand and foot, before you find yourself doing it on the reg, right?

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